My Urrwai by Ghenoa Gela
Ghenoa Gela - little sister, daughter, granddaughter, comic, teacher, fighter, gold medalist, air guitarist, charmer, TV star, Torres Strait mainlander and walking political statement has produced a show.
My Urrwai tells a sensitive and deeply personal story through both spoken word and movement. This is your invitation to step into the world of Gela and experience the complex political, social, colonial and cultural expectations that she navigates every day.
Jump First, Ask Later
Featuring members of the Dauntless Movement Crew and directed by acclaimed choreographer Byron Perry, Jump First, Ask later is a multi award-winning show that tells the stories of six young champions of Fairfield's underground parkour and street style community.
Urban freestyle, b-boying, parkour and dance intersect to create a killer performance that'll leave the kids wide-eyed and begging for more!
Me and My Shadow
Children love to play with shadows, but making friends with your shadow can be a tricky business. There are things to sort out, problems to solve, adventures to have and laughter to be shared.
The kids will wowed by a show that uses paper, light, shadow, colour, water, music, sound and words to create a world of play where the imagined becomes real. With fantastical imagery, quirky physical performances and an intriguing score, Me And My Shadow ignites the imagination and highlights the ups and downs of friendship.
School Holiday Fun in the Plaza
Check out all the awesome activities we've got planned for you and the fam-bam:
Monday 7 January
- 10.00 am - Clown classes for the littlies
- 11.00 am - Plate Spinning classes for the littlies
- 12.00 pm - Free fun with Board Games in the Plaza
- 1.00 pm - Clown classes for the BIG kids
- 2.00 pm - Plate Spinning classes for the BIG kids
- 3.00 pm - Free fun with Board Games in the Plaza
Tuesday 8 January
Prada's Priscillas: An all-male Revue
Flanked by gorgeous men, Australia’s six-foot something songstress Prada Clutch & her 'girls', take you on a journey from where it all began, with Les Girls in the 60’s, across the Aussie outback with Priscilla Queen of the Desert in the 90’s and into today with a celebration of today’s music icons.
Victorian State Ballet: Swan Lake
Swan Lake is a timeless love story that mixes magic, tragedy, and romance in one classical ballet by the Victorian State Ballet.
Under the spell of a sorcerer, swan princess Odette spends her days as a swan on a lake of tears and her nights in her beautiful human form. She dreams of a fairytale ending with her true love, Prince Siegfried, but must first break the spell of the sorcerer.
Kitty Flanagan: Smashing
Everything is getting "smashed". Love songs, sex, algorithms, chimps, clowns and psychics, nothing is safe when Kitty hits the stage.
Kitty Flanagan is one of Australia’s best known comedians. She has played all over the world and now tours Australia relentlessly, determined to bring her award winning stand up shows to every regional arts centre and theatre around the country...and guess what? We're on her list.
Be quick. These tix will sell faster than a Gucci handbag on sale!!
*Recommended audience 15 years+
Leo Sayer: Just a boy at 70
Oh oh yeah yeah, we love him more than we can say...
Leo Sayer is touring his adopted homeland and he's bringing his high-energy dance-fest to Bunjil Place.
Enjoy smash hits like More Than I Can Say, One Man Band, I Can’t Stop Loving You, Orchard Road, When I Need You and You Make Me Feel Like Dancing as the Disco King brings the funk like only he knows how.
Friday Night Flicks: Brave
We’re celebrating International Women's Day by adding even more treats (is it even possible?) to our Free Friday Flicks.
Yep, we’re talkin’ more seats, 250 popcorn and choc top servings to giveaway and a $100 Westfield Voucher for the best dressed person wearing purple in the crowd!
So pull up a pew and join us in honouring the contribution that women make to families, communities and work places.